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A quick message that explains a lot

2026-01-01T03:56:37-08:00

According to classical Ayurvedic texts, "There is nothing in the world which does not have therapeutic utility in appropriate conditions and situations." Conversely, no food or herb is assumed to help everyone always. Remember we

A quick message that explains a lot2026-01-01T03:56:37-08:00

Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-01-01T03:26:35-08:00

Okroshka - Cold Kefir Soup From Russia While it may be the dead of winter for many of you, the sun was shining bright and it was warmish in Oakland so I could not resist

Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-01-01T03:26:35-08:00

30 Days, 30 Soups

2026-01-01T00:35:48-08:00

For the next 30 days I will post one soup recipe each day - starting the new year off with easy, tasty ways to bring veggies into our day. First up is a soup using

30 Days, 30 Soups2026-01-01T00:35:48-08:00

Be Aware of Liquid Calories

2026-01-01T00:26:11-08:00

Liquid meals and snacks are quick to prepare and easy to consume on the go – the ideal solution for our modern, multitasking way of living.  From juicing and smoothies to sports recovery drink or

Be Aware of Liquid Calories2026-01-01T00:26:11-08:00

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2025-12-31T23:15:24-08:00

Today I offer a delightful soup: Creamy Dreamy Watercress Soup It is the prettiest pale green and looks amazing with a swirl of yogurt or kifir and a sprinkle of herbs. The recipe calls for

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2025-12-31T23:15:24-08:00

Day 30 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-12-31T21:37:24-08:00

You made it - thanks for hanging with me! A quick Google search will yield all sorts of dessert soups. Like the breakfast soups, many are popular in other countries. They all look so fun

Day 30 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2025-12-31T21:37:24-08:00

Exercise is more than a walk in the park…

2025-12-31T20:45:33-08:00

…and this is great news as it gives us so many opportunities for adding movement to our lives. I hope you like the following suggestions and look forward to your great ideas for fitting in

Exercise is more than a walk in the park…2025-12-31T20:45:33-08:00

Medical & Recreational Cannabis Tip

2025-12-31T19:02:18-08:00

I live in an area where medical and recreational marijuana (cannabis) is now legal. With all of the news, I have been wondering if the addition of recreational cannabis will stir more people to explore

Medical & Recreational Cannabis Tip2025-12-31T19:02:18-08:00